Avir at Lindale
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based on 83 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Abuse citation on record
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (12 vs median 8.0)
Bottom 25% in Texas · Critically understaffed (RN) · Above average staffing · Worst in AVIR HEALTH GROUP chain · $774,461 in fines · Abuse citation
What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for physical rehabilitation and offers a beautiful, clean environment. However, families should closely monitor meal quality and ensure that medication schedules and call light responses are being strictly followed, as these are recurring areas of concern.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
83 reviews analyzed“AVIR AT LINDALE is frequently praised for its beautiful, modern, and exceptionally clean facility and its high-quality physical therapy department. However, families should be aware of significant concerns regarding inconsistent meal quality, delayed medication administration, and reports of inadequate staffing levels during certain shifts.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Beautiful, modern, and clean facility
- High-quality physical therapy and rehab services
- Friendly and professional front desk and administrative staff
- Inviting and spacious common areas
Concerns
- Inconsistent or poor quality food and dining services (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Staffing shortages or slow response to call lights (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Delays or errors in medication administration (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Issues with laundry and personal item management (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution
How They Respond to Reviews
The owner uses highly templated, repetitive language for most negative reviews, often relying on a standard 'contact us' script. While they occasionally attempt to address specific complaints, the responses frequently pivot to defensive or dismissive stances.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1The facility looks beautiful and modern from the outside; could you tell us more about how the common areas are used for resident social activities?
- 2We noticed the administrative team is very welcoming; how does the front desk staff communicate important updates to families?
- 3What specific protocols are in place to ensure medications are administered accurately and on a consistent schedule?
- 4How does the nursing team manage call lights and response times during the night shifts or when the facility is busy?
- 5Could you describe the daily dining experience, including how much input residents have regarding the menu and meal quality?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is the immediate process for contacting doctors and notifying the family?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The therapists are first rate and that's why we requested LSCC. But if he can't get a nutritious meal 3 times a day to build his strength, he will not have a good thera”
“The physical therapy is great. But, don’t let the pretty building fool you! The food is horrible and it’s served is inconsistently..medication is never given at the same time of the day..”
“The facility was so clean and beautiful and the atmosphere was inviting”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents who lost too much weight
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has concerning patterns with 32 deficiencies across recent surveys, most triggered by family and resident complaints. Recurring problems include protection from abuse and neglect, basic care assistance, accident prevention, and food safety. While the facility has corrected each cited deficiency, the high volume of complaint-driven investigations suggests ongoing care quality issues that families should carefully consider.
Feb 10, 2026Routine6
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide information about how to apply for and use Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
Jan 8, 2026Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Dec 11, 2025Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Oct 29, 2025Complaint4
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Feb 12, 2025Complaint3
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Nov 20, 2024Routine5
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Oct 29, 2025
$12,425
Fine
Feb 12, 2025
$168,062
Fine
Jun 28, 2024
$196,740
Fine
Jun 4, 2024
$115,764
Fine
Apr 13, 2024
$261,383
Fine
Jun 7, 2023
$13,397
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
West Wharton County Hospital District
for profit
13905 FM 2710 OPCO LLC
DEBRA THOMASSON
Chain Affiliation
Avir Health Group
117 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.3/5 · Rank 71 of 90 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Dagan, Amitai
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Goldberger, Abraham
Individual is an Owner, Partner or Trustee of Any Adp of the Snf
Key personnel
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83 reviews from families & visitors
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